Medication Aide
Advance Your Workforce with CNA-to-Medication Aide Upskilling
Self-paced and instructor-guided training that builds on CNA skills to prepare you for safe, accurate medication administration. Complete a state-approved MA-C training program aligned with Michigan LARA requirements — online + in-person learning for working CNAs.
100 Hours
LARA-Approved
Online • Lab • Clinical
OVERVIEW
Program At-a-Glance
DURATION
100 Training Hours
60 Lab/Classroom • 40 Clinical
DELIVERY
Hybrid Learning
Online Modules • Skills Labs • Clinical Practice
MASTERY
Competency Based
Safe medication administration • Accurate documentation
OUTCOME
Certificate of Completion
Meeting MA-C requirements Qualifies graduates for MI MA-C Certification Exam
CURRICULUM
What You’ll Learn
Foundations of Practice: Including basic pharmacology and safe handling
Safety Procedures: To prevent, identify and respond to medication errors
Communication & Documentation: Essential for medication administration
Supervised Clinical Practice: Applying skills under licensed nurse oversight
Methods of Administering Medications: Including monitoring for side effects
Patient Rights & Ethics: Including scope of practice and client rights
PROCESS
How It Works
Apply & Enroll
Submit your application and receive access to online modules and lab schedules.
Complete Hybrid Coursework
Work through 60 hours of online theory + skills labs.
Finish 40 Clinical Hours
Complete supervised medication administration practice at an approved clinical site.
Earn Your Certificate
Graduate with a state-approved MA-C Certificate and become eligible for the Michigan MA-C exam.
Ready To Get Started?
Join the ESHP Training Academy and expand your CNA career by becoming a certified Medication Aide.